A Windsor city councillor is calling for greater transparency from ENWIN regarding the intermittent power outages that have been plaguing East Windsor. The councillor, who represents the area, expressed frustration over the lack of communication and the frequency of disruptions, which have affected both residents and local businesses.
Recurring Disruptions Raise Concerns
The outages, which have occurred sporadically over the past several weeks, have left many in the community seeking answers. The councillor noted that while some outages were brief, others lasted several hours, causing inconvenience and potential safety hazards.
Demand for Data and Action
The councillor has formally requested detailed data from ENWIN, including the root causes of the outages, the number of affected customers, and the utility's plans to prevent future occurrences. “We need to understand what is happening and how ENWIN intends to fix it,” the councillor stated. “Our residents deserve reliable power.”
ENWIN has acknowledged the concerns and stated that they are investigating the issues. In a statement, the utility said it is “committed to providing reliable electricity” and is “working to identify and address the causes of these interruptions.”
Community Impact
Local business owners have reported losses due to spoiled inventory and reduced customer traffic during outages. Residents have voiced worries about food spoilage and the inability to use medical equipment that relies on electricity. The councillor has urged ENWIN to prioritize the area for infrastructure improvements.
This is not the first time East Windsor has experienced power reliability issues. Similar complaints were raised last year, prompting calls for a more robust electrical grid. The councillor plans to bring the matter to the next city council meeting for further discussion.
